County Council unanimously approves Snohomish Health District integration
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., June 8, 2022 – The Snohomish County Council unanimously voted to integrate the Snohomish Health District (SHD) into the County during its General Legislative Session today. Some benefits of this integration include minimizing bureaucratic obstructions, streamlining permitting operations, and creating an overall unified effort in prioritizing public health. The integration process will […]
Litter Wranglers Return to County Roads for 2022 Season
EVERETT, Wash., June 7, 2022 – There are many ways to quantify the impact of the Snohomish County Litter Wranglers program through statistics – like the nearly 6,000 bags of garbage it removed from county right of ways during the 2021 season. However, the best way to see their impact is the preservation of the […]
Sheriff announces staffing changes to offset attrition
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., June 6, 2022 – The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office announces a permanent reassignment of specialty units to patrol to offset staffing shortages and provide a safer working environment for deputies. The staffing changes will take effect this month. “Over the past couple years, law enforcement in the state of Washington has faced […]
County dedicates Global War on Terror memorial in Arlington
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 31, 2022 – On Memorial Day, county leaders rededicated the Haller Bridge as a veteran’s memorial bridge to honor local military members who perished during the Global War on Terror (GWOT) – 9/11/2001 to the present. A sculpture by local artists Caroline Sumpter and Don Frazier and interpretive kiosk are also […]
Snohomish County to host in-person pandemic recovery events this summer
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 18, 2022 – Snohomish County’s Office of Recovery and Resilience (ORR) will be hosting one in-person pandemic recovery event in each of the County’s districts this summer to connect attendees with County and community-based resources and services. Attendees will also be able to vote on recovery investment priorities that will guide […]
County Exec Somers announces $5.2 million for small businesses
Snohomish County, Wash., April 25, 2022 – Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers today announced $5.2 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) investments to support pandemic recovery efforts for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and tourism. These investments include: the creation of a Small Business Innovation Assistance (SBIA) program, which provides technical assistance and grants to small […]
$28.7 million invested to sustain vital economic corridor in Granite Falls
GRANITE FALLS, Wash., April 16, 2022 – To the sounds of passing cargo trucks and the flowing South Fork Stillaguamish River, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) was joined by county and local leaders to celebrate funding awarded to replace the Granite Falls Bridge 102. The $28.7 million project, when complete in 2026, is expected to generate […]
Snohomish County Housing Affordability Regional Taskforce discusses housing crisis
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., April 6, 2022 – Yesterday, the Snohomish County Housing Affordability Regional Taskforce (HART), chaired by Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers and Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin, reconvened to build upon the five-year plan and continue efforts to ease the housing crisis. HART released its report and five-year plan in January 2020, just as […]
Snohomish County awarded $16.7M grant to expand broadband access
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., January 19, 2022 – The Washington State Broadband Office today announced funding for 13 construction projects that will deliver reliable, high-speed internet access in 14 communities when completed. The $145 million in Broadband Infrastructure Acceleration grants move Washington another step closer to its ambitious goal of connecting all residents of the state […]
Point-in-Time Homeless Count to take place Tuesday, February 22, 2022
EVERETT, Wash., January 10, 2022—In collaboration with community and human service providers, the Snohomish County Department of Human Services is conducting the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Homeless Count on Tuesday, February 22, 2022. The annual count is an important tool in the community’s efforts to assess the number of homeless individuals and families in Snohomish County, […]
